Take a tour around the South and East Cork Bird Trail, which stretches from Rocky Bay in South Cork, to Foxhole in East Cork.

The trail can be enjoyed by everyone, young and old alike; from complete beginners to bird watching enthusiasts, as it takes you on a journey through a region of national and international importance for birds.

Whitegate Bay

Habitat & SpeciesGulls are plentiful here with Whitegate Bay holding the largest gathering of Mediterranean Gulls in the country. Other interesting species include the Ring-billed Glaucous and the Iceland Gull.

About the AreaAt one time, coal boats were regular callers to the Whitegate Piers, while the Geata Ban brought in supplies and passengers from Cork. With the improvement of transport facilities, however, these boats became redundant.

Please see opposite a photo of a Red Breasted Merangser, which may be seen here at Whitegate Bay.

Other Bird Trail Locations Nearby

Ballycotton Cliff Walk

Aghada Pier

During the winter the sheltered aspect of Aghada Pier allows superbly close-up views of up to four Grebe species, Black Guillemots and other Auks, Great Northern Divers, Red-breasted Mergansers and Gulls.